St Helena

Douglas Alexander: I announced on 8 December, Official Report, column 40WS, a pause in negotiations over the St Helena airport contract. Having reviewed the situation in the light of the current global economic climate, I have decided to hold a consultation on options for access to the island. DFID will issue a consultation document in early April. Any interested parties will be invited to submit their views. The Government of St Helena and relevant commercial parties have been advised of the situation and will be kept updated.